The Human Race is an opportunity for Santa Cruz County nonprofits, individuals and groups to fundraise for local programs. The Human Race through the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County has been helping nonprofits fundraise together for over 35 years.

The 2018 Human Race takes place on Saturday, May 12, 2018. Registration starts at 8 a.m. The run begins at 9:00 a.m., and the walk immediately after. Online giving (humanracesc.org) is March 28 through May 12, 2018.

The 5 mile fun run and walk goes from 2300 Delaware Ave to Lighthouse Park and back. Event day includes complimentary breakfast and lunch, music, entertainment and prizes.

Participants are asked to raise or donate at least $35 either on race day, or ahead of time with an online or offline donation. All funds raised ahead of time are counted towards a fundraiser’s $35 event fee.